Bookstart for early years settings

This section contains guidance for early years practitioners on delivering the Bookstart programme. You'll find tips for making the most of Treasure pack gifting, as well as information on how Bookstart can benefit the vital work you do - from supporting EYFS objectives to forging effective links with parents and carers.

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Families at Hebden Bridge library

Benefits of Bookstart for early years settings

How Bookstart can support your work with children and families across a range of objectives.

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Reading with your child: 0-12 months

Illustration of Bookstart bear and cub reading on the sofa

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Babies love looking at pictures and hearing your voice as you read to them. Check out our brilliant guide to sharing books with children aged 0-12 months, available in 22 languages.

Bookstart packs

Bookstart Baby Bag with Tummy Time and Zoom to the Moon

Free books for every child

BookTrust offers a range of packs that you can gift to families as part of the Bookstart programme. Find out how our universal, additional needs and targeted packs can help get your families sharing books together every day.

Additional needs guidance

Bookshine and Booktouch Guides 2018-19

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Explore our Bookstart Shine and Bookstart Touch guides to enjoying books and reading with deaf, blind or partially sighted children. Available in English only.